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Town Talk

Heard every weekday morning from 8-9am on NewsTalk 1230, WFVA, host Ted Schubel talks with Fredericksburg, Virginia, area leaders about events and issues affecting the region.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Riverside Center for the...

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2025/09/17

CEO and Producing Artistic Director Patrick A’Hearn is directing The Sound of Music, now on stage through October 26. A’Hearn says he focused on assembling a standout cast and crafting a powerful opening sequence to pull audiences into the story from the very first scene. Ticket sales have been strong, with the production on track to surpass 10,000 by closing night. The beloved musical continues to draw enthusiastic crowds. Details and tickets are available at riversidedt.com

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LISTEN: Town Talk/3rd annual Regional Housing Summit

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2025/09/16

Megan Samples and Sam Shoukas preview the 3rd annual Regional Housing Summit, hosted by the George Washington Regional Commission on October 16 at the Fredericksburg Convention Center from 9-4. The summit will bring together local leaders, housing professionals, and advocates to explore solutions to some of the region’s most pressing housing challenges. This year’s theme, “Advancing Housing Solutions,” emphasizes cross-sector collaboration to improve housing access and affordability. The event will

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LISTEN: Town Talk/UMW

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2025/09/15

Three academic deans at the University of Mary Washington — Keith Mellinger (College of Arts and Sciences), Pete Kelly (College of Education), and Filiz Tabak (College of Business) — discuss new majors, academic programs, and strategic initiatives taking shape across campus. The conversation also highlights standout faculty, growing community and industry partnerships, and how each college is preparing students for a rapidly changing world. Together, the deans offer insight into the evolving

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00:44:27

LISTEN: Town Talk/Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center

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2025/09/12

Elizabeth McNally of Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center says their mission is to give “voice, hope, and healing” to children impacted by abuse, calling it “a place and a process.” Safe Harbor again holding the Save Jane event October 3rd in Market Square, where volunteers will read 11,000 names—all as “Jane Doe” or “John Doe,” followed by an age—representing the 11,000 child abuse cases investigated last year in Safe Harbor’s service area. Learn more or get involved at safeharborva.org.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Spotsylvania County Schools

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2025/09/11

Spotsylvania School Superintendent Dr. Clint Mitchell discusses the first five weeks of the school year, highlighting progress and ongoing challenges across the division. Dr. Mitchell addresses staffing needs, including a continued shortage of bus drivers and special education teachers, as well as the launch of a new mental health initiative set to begin soon. He also speaks to absenteeism, ongoing efforts to raise test scores, the rollout of a new strategic plan, and preparations for continued

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00:43:56

LISTEN: Town Talk/Via Colori

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2025/09/10

Nikki Jackson, Tracy McPeck, and Kristy Freeman preview Via Colori Stafford, the annual chalk art festival happening September 27–28 at the Stafford Regional Airport. The event transforms pavement into a vibrant gallery of large-scale chalk murals created by local and regional artists. Organizers say there’s still time to sign up as an artist or volunteer. Via Colori supports arts education and community engagement in Stafford, offering live art, music, family-friendly activities, and more. For

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00:44:33

LISTEN: Town Talk/Leashes of Valor

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2025/09/09

Leashes of Valor, a Spotsylvania nonprofit that provides service dogs to post-9/11 veterans, will host its annual fundraising gala, “Tail as Old as Time,” on October 11 at Fawn Lake Country Club. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are currently available. Founded by veterans, Leashes of Valor is headquartered in Spotsylvania and focuses on addressing the mental health crisis among military veterans, many of whom face PTSD and other service-related conditions after multiple deployments. “Every dog

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Matt Kelly

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2025/09/08

Ward 3 City Council candidate Matt Kelly talks about growth, data centers, affordable housing and transparency.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/American Red Cross & Sickle Cell

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2025/09/05

Clara Nsenkyire speaks out about the daily reality of living with sickle cell disease. Joined by advocates Alexis Innis, Mary Coleman, and Beth Sinkler, we talk about the need for more research and the need for blood donors. Local organizations like the Fredericksburg Area Sickle Cell Association (fascaonline.com) and the American Red Cross (redcrossblood.org) are stepping up efforts to support affected families. Their message is clear: sickle cell disease can no longer be ignored.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/College football

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2025/09/04

Stafford Commissioner of the Revenue Scott Mayausky and Curry Roberts with the Fredericksburg Regional Alliance assume different roles for an hour! We talk about the state of college athletics and preview the upcoming college football season!

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Stratford Hall

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2025/09/03

Alex Carter and Ethan Burgess preview the Wine and Oyster Festival (Sept. 20-21) and several history events at Stratford Hall this fall. stratfordhall.org

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Fairy Godmother Project

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2025/09/02

Gin Schaffer, Dr. Christina Wield, and Cathleen Pessolano join us to talk about the impact of pediatric cancer and how the Fairy Godmother Project (FGP) supports families facing unimaginable challenges. FGP helps meet the emotional, financial, and practical needs of families in crisis. Learn about upcoming local programs and how you can support FGP’s Day of Giving on September 25th. fairygodmotherproject.org

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Central Rappahannock Regional Library

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2025/08/28

Jeff Stainbrook from Porter Library and Aimee Dillon from Westmoreland share an update about the Go Van’s arrival in Westmoreland, how the library is supporting students and teachers this back-to-school season, upcoming VA250 exhibits and programs, and the final results from this year’s Summer Reading program. librarypoint.org

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Hunger Action Day

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2025/08/27

Jake DeNap (The Table), Dan Maher (Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank) and Meghan Samples (George Washington Regional Commission/Continuum of Care) talk about the work between various groups in the area on hunger. September 9th information available 9-11 at Fredericksburg United Methodist Church.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Leashes of Valor

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2025/08/26

Veteran Xander Hernandez, joined by his service dog Ruby, shares how he hasn’t gone anywhere without her since March and wouldn’t have done this show without her at his side. Head Trainer Lisa Meadows and foster Linda Palmer from spotlight the life-changing impact of their fully funded fostering program—where LOV covers all expenses—and the growing need for fosters to help train future service dogs for veterans in need. leashesofvalor.org

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Faded & Co. Barber Academy and...

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2025/08/25

Antoine Carey and Kelvonte Cauthorne share how something as simple as a license changed their lives in powerful, yet different ways—highlighting the transformative work of the Faded Foundation, its barber academy, and Clothing for a Cause in uplifting the community. fadedfoundation.org

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation...

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2025/08/22

Superintendent of Special Events Courtney Mersiowsky previews Day of Play on Sept. 21, FXBG Fermentation Fest on Sept. 27th and Kickback Tuesday at Riverfront Park. We also talk about the Christmas Parade--Oct. 17 is the deadline to register your group--Soggy Doggy and Concert by Canoe. fxbgparks.com or fredericksburgchristmasparade.com

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LISTEN: Town Talk/UMW Athletics

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2025/08/21

University of Mary Washington Athletic Director Patrick Catullo invites the community to experience the excitement of UMW Eagles athletics—with 18 NCAA Division III teams and competitive programs in equestrian, e-sports, and rugby. All home games are free, giving fans easy access to high-level college sports right here in Fredericksburg. UMW athletes are true student-athletes, competing with heart and discipline—no athletic scholarships, just pure passion and pride. From the field to the arena, they

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Joni Briganti

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2025/08/20

“Age is just a number.” Joni Briganti of Spotsylvania is a dedicated coach and accomplished athlete. As a member of Team USA, she’s set to compete in the Triathlon World Championships this October in Australia. Joni shares her coaching philosophy: Encourage. Inspire. Ignite.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Susanna Finn

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2025/08/19

The Hatch Act, which limits political activity by federal employees, is an issue in the Fredericksburg City Council races. Councilwoman Susanna Finn says she remains a candidate. Other topics include data centers, historic preservation, and the challenges facing local government.

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